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Microsoft Completes Groove Acquisition

Microsoft completed the $120 million acquisition of Groove Networks last week, after quickly overcoming a shareholder challenge from a dissatisfied former Groove executive.

Linux Unpopular with Mid-Sized Companies

Support and costs to reconfigure systems keep the open-source OS out in the cold.

IT Weekly Roundup, April 8

From the business wires this week: an enterprise solution for simplifying secure user login, an alternative to Visual Basic, and a network appliance for Web conferencing.

New Small Business Edition of Office Slated for Fall

A new edition of the Microsoft Office 2003 suite will try to attract small business users with an accounting program tailored to their needs. Microsoft Office Small Business Management Edition is slated for public availability in "early fall," Microsoft said this week.

Microsoft Overhauls Advance Notification, 8 Security Bulletins Coming Tuesday

Microsoft debuted an expanded Microsoft Security Bulletin Advance Notification service on Tuesday. In addition to warning administrators about new security bulletins, the service will now include non-security, high-priority Windows updates and information about updates to the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool.

FullArmor to Ship Updated Group Policy Management Tool

FullArmor next week will ship version 2.0 of its GPAnywhere Active Directory Group Policy extender tool for administrators.

IBM to OEM NetApp’s Storage Solutions

In a move meant to undermine EMC’s dominance as the de facto king of storage systems, IBM announced this week an OEM deal whereby Big Blue will sell IBM-branded storage systems built by Network Appliance (NetApp).

Windows Server 2003 SP1 Has Goodies for Terminal Server

The first service pack for Windows Server 2003 isn't just a security booster. It adds several features to Windows Terminal Services, Microsoft explained in a white paper out this week.

Altiris Updates Its IT Lifecycle Management Suite

Altiris is shipping version 6.1 of its IT lifecycle management package, Client Management Suite.

Windows for Grids Pushed Back to 2006

Microsoft will delay delivery of Windows Server 2003, Computer Cluster Edition, a new edition of Windows aimed at grid-computing scenarios.

Microsoft Rises in Fortune 500 Ranking

Microsoft climbed five spots to reach 46th in the annual Fortune 500 ranking of the largest companies in the United States by revenues.

Study: Windows Reputation Gets a Lift

Microsoft made strides among customers this year in improving the image of Windows servers against Linux servers on security, quality, performance and reliability, according to a new independent study.

Slow Corporate Rollout for Windows XP SP2

If you haven't installed Windows XP Service Pack 2, and feel Microsoft's April 12 deadline bearing down, you're not alone.

Microsoft Previews Board-Level Certification at TechMentor

Microsoft plans to introduce a board-level certification, called the Microsoft Certified Architect Program, designed to "identify architectural expertise," says the company.

IT Weekly Roundup, April 1

From the business wires this week: a remote assistance tool for help desk professionals, anti-spam and anti-spyware solutions, and a Windows data recovery tool.

John Doe Lawsuits Filed Against Phishing Operators

Microsoft filed 117 "John Doe" lawsuits against phishing site operators in an effort to curtail the identity theft scams.

HP Upgrades Quad ProLiant Servers to 'Truland' – Cuts 8-Way Line

HP is shipping two redesigned ProLiant servers that use Intel’s new 64-bit Xeon four-processor architected “Truland” processors. At the same time, the company disclosed it is discontinuing its eight-processor, Xeon-based ProLiant servers.

HP Picks NCR Veteran for CEO Post

HP this week announced it has hired Carly Fiorina’s replacement. The new CEO is Mark Hurd, a 25-year NCR executive whose most recent post was as president and CEO of the Ohio-based computermaker.

"Performance-Based" Exams Go Live

New simulation exams for MCP exams 70-290, 70-291, roll out of Redmond worldwide at select testing centers.

Free MCP Exam for Military Personnel

Microsoft partners up to offer free exam voucher to military personnel; limited time offer.

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